🏙️ Tianfu Square: The Beating Heart of Chengdu

Located in the center of Chengdu, Tianfu Square is the city’s largest urban plaza and a symbol of Sichuan’s capital. Surrounded by skyscrapers, museums, and shopping centers, it’s a vibrant hub where history meets modern life.

🏛️ History

Originally built in 1951, Tianfu Square was once the site of the Imperial Palace of Chengdu during the Qing Dynasty. It was transformed into a public square after the founding of the People’s Republic of China. The iconic 30-meter statue of Chairman Mao Zedong, waving southward, was erected to honor the revolutionary spirit

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The square features a Taijitu (Yin-Yang) design dividing the East and West sections, with the Golden Sun Bird motif at its center—an emblem of Chengdu’s ancient Jinsha civilization

🎟️ Ticket Fee
Free entry — open to the public
🕘 Operational Hours
Open 24/7, year-round
Best time to visit: evening, when the musical fountain show lights up the square
🚇 Transportation
Metro: Lines 1 and 2 intersect at Tianfu Square Station, making it the city’s busiest transit hub
Bus: Multiple city buses stop nearby, connecting to all major districts
🌟 Nearby Attractions
Sichuan Science & Technology Museum
Chengdu Museum
Sichuan Art Gallery
Shopping malls and local eateries

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